Fire TV Stick out of the box, with accompanying cables and remoteYour TV
Step 1: Gather the items to install
Step 2: Find the HDMI ports on your TV
Next, you need to find the HDMI ports on your TV to plug in the device. Look for these ports on the back or sides of your TV. The manufacturer will have a label indicating which ports are for HDMI cables. The Fire Stick also comes with an HDMI extender you can use if the device is too bulky to fit in a tight space.
Step 3: Turn on TV
Step 4: Pair remote to TV
As your TV loads, grab the remote control that came with your package. Install the batteries. Press and hold the home button until it pairs with your TV.
Step 5: Follow instructions to set up
The device then runs through its configuration. You might receive an error message stating an unsupported USB device. If you read this message but do not have any problems with performance, you can bypass it. Next, you can follow the rest of the prompts. It includes setting up parental controls and making volume adjustments to ensure your remote control works. The Fire TV Stick Lite, which is the most basic model, does not have the feature to control your TV’s off/on and volume.
Step 7: Install your streaming services apps
A prompt appears asking if you want to set up your streaming services. If you have subscriptions with streaming platforms, you can download them during this step. After downloading them, you can enter your login and password for each platform you have a subscription. Once verified, you can use these streaming services on your TV anytime you want. Meanwhile, if you want to stream in 4K, the Fire TV Stick 4K is a better alternative. It features 4K Ultra HD and supports Dolby Vision, with the audio complement of Dolby Atmos. In turn, you receive crystal clear pictures with riveting sounds. The top offering is the Fire Stick 4K Max. It comes with all the unique features of the Fire TV Stick 4, with the bonuses of Wi-Fi6 support and the live view picture-in-picture.
